Dolly Parton’s Star-Studded Tribute Airs Tonight: How to Watch the CMA Special Online for Free
Categoria: Musica
The two-hour ABC special brings together generations of country stars for a night of performances, memories and tributes.
Por Billboard | 21/10/2026
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Country music’s biggest names are coming together for one unforgettable night celebrating the life and legacy of Dolly Parton . CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton airs tonight, Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 9 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. The two-hour special brings together Reba McEntire , Carrie Underwood , Lainey Wilson , Kelsea Ballerini and more to honor the country legend, who died Aug. 25 at age 80. livestream tHE Dolly Parton Tribute free with directv Broadcast live from Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville, the tribute will feature musical performances, archival footage and personal stories spanning Parton’s six-decade career. And with more than a dozen artists taking the stage, fans can expect plenty of familiar songs and a few surprises along the way. Don’t have cable? No problem. Here’s everything you need to know about watching the Dolly Parton tribute special live online, including how to stream it for free. At a Glance: How to Watch the Dolly Parton Tribute Special Online Date: Wednesday, Oct. 21 Time: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT TV Channel: ABC, Disney+ Live Streaming: DirecTV , Fubo , Sling TV , Hulu + Live TV Watch for Free: DirecTV and Fubo free trials On Demand: Hulu beginning Oct. 22 How to Watch the Dolly Parton Tribute Special Online for Free The Dolly Parton tribute airs live on ABC and Disney+ tonight, but you don’t need a traditional cable subscription to tune in. Live TV streaming services like DirecTV and Fubo carry ABC in eligible markets and offer free trials for new subscribers. If you already have Disney+, you can watch the celebration as it airs. Otherwise, here’s a breakdown of the streaming services offering access to tonight’s special. EDITOR'S PICK DirecTV Get 5-Day Free Trial Comes with a five-day free trial. DirecTV is one of our top picks for watching the Dolly Parton tribute live without cable. The service offers a five-day free trial for new subscribers, with ABC included in eligible packages. Its MyNews plan starts at $39.99 per month for the first two months, making it another option for those looking to keep watching after the special. UNLIMITED DVR Fubo Get 5-Day Free Trial Fubo is an affordable option offering a five-day free trial for new users who sign up. Fubo also offers a five-day free trial, giving new subscribers access to ABC and other live channels in participating markets. Plans currently start at $63.99 for the first month, increasing to $88.99 per month afterward. 600+ FREE CHANNELS Sling TV Get Sling TV Sling Orange & Blue comes with 50+ broadcast and cable channels. Sling TV is another option for catching the tribute live, though ABC availability d